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What to do in Malaga: the most beautiful places to visit between culture, history, and the seaside

Malaga sits between the Mediterranean and Andalusian hills, shaped by a thousand years of history. Born from Moorish conquest, Roman settlement, and later European expansion, the city carries this past openly. Walk through its center and you'll see the Alcazaba fortress rising above the old streets,...

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Silicon Valley: tech campuses, historic garages, and universities in California

Silicon Valley gathers the headquarters of big tech companies like Meta, Apple, Google, and Oracle. Their campuses are modern, with glass towers and low buildings surrounded by gardens. Apple Park forms a ring of glass amid the hills of Cupertino, while Oracle's blue cylindrical towers remind...

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Visit Cantabria : coastal towns, mountain villages, ancient caves

Cantabria is a region where water, stone, and forest meet. You can walk along the coast where cliffs drop sharply into the sea, then turn inland to find valleys full of green grass and small villages built from local stone. Port towns sit beside the water, their harbors filled with fishing boats....

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Visit Granada : Moorish palaces, Andalusian art, and hidden courtyards

Granada unfolds like layers of history written on stone and stucco. Nestled at the foot of the Sierra Nevada, the city carries eight centuries of Muslim, Jewish, and Christian presence in its streets, buildings, and gardens. Walk through ochre-colored neighborhoods and you'll find cool courtyards...

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Walks around Carcassonne: Cathar castles, medieval villages and historic monuments

The region around Carcassonne features an area marked by medieval and Cathar history, with castles, abbeys, and old villages. The Cité of Carcassonne displays its city walls restored in the 19th century by Viollet-le-Duc, while the Canal du Midi has traversed the region for 240 kilometers since the...

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What to see and visit in Niort and its surroundings?

The historical monuments and natural sites of Niort and its surroundings include a medieval keep, traditional marketplaces, and the Marais Poitevin. The city features 12th-century fortifications, Gothic churches, and museums housed in historical buildings. The Marais Poitevin offers 112,000 hectares...

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Malmö: history, architecture, parks and museums, visit in Sweden

Malmö tells the story of Sweden through its streets and buildings. This collection invites you to explore the places that have shaped the city, from small medieval squares to large green parks. You will find churches made of red bricks, Renaissance castles, museums that hold memories of the past,...

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Monuments and notable sites in Pau

Pau, the historic capital of Béarn, preserves notable traces of its royal past. The 14th-century castle, birthplace of Henry IV, overlooks the city and stands as the centerpiece of the local heritage. The Boulevard des Pyrénées offers views of the mountain range and connects several landmarks. The...

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The most important maritime straits in the World

Maritime straits are among the most important sea passages in the world. These natural waterways between landmasses connect oceans and seas, allowing the movement of cargo ships, tankers, and container vessels. The Strait of Malacca between Malaysia and Indonesia is one of the busiest routes for...

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Affordable restaurants in Dijon: Burgundian cuisine, neighborhood bistros, starred restaurants

Dijon and its surroundings offer a varied culinary scene accessible to different budgets. The city features neighborhood bistros like Saison or L'Aspérule, which prepare market products with menus changing seasonally. Establishments like Spica or Origine reinterpret French classics with modern...

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The Largest Deserts (Hot and Cold) in the World

The world's largest desert expanses range from the poles to subtropical areas. From Antarctica with its 14 million square kilometers to the Mojave plains, these regions are characterized by extreme conditions and low rainfall. Polar deserts dominate in area, followed by hot deserts like the Sahara...

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Tourist sites of Java: ancient temples, active volcanoes, and traditional villages

The island of Java showcases an exceptional heritage blending spiritual traditions and natural wonders. The temples of Prambanan and Candi Mendut attest to the grandeur of 9th-century Hindu and Buddhist civilizations, while the Candi Sewu complex reveals sacred architecture organized according to...

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What to See and Visit in Vannes, Brittany?

Vannes is a medieval town in Brittany with fortifications dating from the 13th century, including preserved walls, fortified gates, and towers. Saint-Pierre Cathedral, originally built in the 13th century and later modified, stands in the heart of the old town surrounded by half-timbered houses and...

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Marquesas Islands: volcanic sites, ancestral tikis and cultural heritage

The Marquesas Islands are characterized by volcanic formations that shape landscapes marked by rocky peaks, ancient calderas, and basalt cliffs. Deep bays like those of Taiohae or the Virgins cut through the coasts, while black sand beaches reflect the archipelago's geological origins. The island...

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Explore the wonders of Sichuan in China

Sichuan Province in southwestern China contains some of the country's most important natural areas and cultural sites. Visitors will find major Buddhist temples on Mount Emei, the 233-foot (71-meter) Leshan Giant Buddha carved in the 8th century, and the Dujiangyan Irrigation System that has...

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Troyes Restaurants: Fine dining, traditional breweries, and international cuisines

Troyes and its surroundings offer a diverse culinary scene, combining tradition and gastronomic discoveries. The city hosts establishments that highlight Champagne products and seasonal ingredients, such as Le Rocher with its regional specialties, or O' Des Lys, which works with local ingredients....

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The most isolated places in the World

Some places on Earth feel so far removed from the rest of the world that reaching them requires real commitment. This collection brings together research stations in Antarctica, villages in Siberia where winter temperatures drop to brutal lows, communities tucked deep inside canyons, and islands...

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Rugby stadiums: international venues, historic grounds

Large capacity rugby stadiums are primarily located in Europe, Oceania and South Africa. These sporting venues host national and international rugby competitions. Some stadiums are dedicated exclusively to rugby while others accommodate multiple types of sporting events. Capacities range from...

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Gourmet restaurants in Metz and surroundings

Around Metz, there are several restaurants that serve carefully prepared food blending traditional recipes and modern ideas. The chefs focus on local ingredients and follow the seasons to build their menus. You can find these restaurants in the busy old town of Metz as well as in nearby villages,...

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Visit Solomon Islands: war museums, dive sites, volcanoes

The Solomon Islands in the South Pacific preserve numerous traces of World War II. In Honiara, the National Museum and Vilu War Museum document the Guadalcanal Campaign through collections of artillery pieces, aircraft wrecks, and military equipment. Offshore, sunken warships and planes have become...